Chapter 7 Even though Lily no longer held any affection for him , being publicly humiliated like this still made her go pale . After Victor made his announcement , he declared the meeting adjourned and swiftly walked out with Sophie . The HR manager waiting outside immediately handed him Lily's resignation letter . " Victor , this resignation notice requires your review and signature ... " Victor's icy gaze swept over the document . Without reading it , he signed directly . Watching him lead Sophie away , Lily's colleagues flocked to her side , offering comfort . But Lily remained eerily calm . She smiled faintly , her hand clenching the signed agreement . " Whether I'm the director isn't important anymore . I've decided to resign- Victor just approved it . Today's my last day . Life takes us on different paths - take care , everyone . Hope our paths cross again . " Shocked by her departure , colleagues expressed regret . Some insisted on confronting Victor to reclaim her position . Lily shook her head with a grateful smile . She returned to her office and packed her belongings . 11.45 ) Chapter 7 After work , she treated everyone to dinner , bidding farewell amid a bittersweet atmosphere . 288 Vouchers Back home , she contacted a realtor and listed her apartment at the lowest price . It sold the next day . After completing the transfer paperwork , she arranged to vacate in two days . Amid the chaos , Emma called . " Lily , you haven't forgotten my birthday tomorrow , have you ? I've been waiting for your gift ! " "How could I forget ? Your gift is ready - I'll deliver it personally tomorrow . " Lily had not only prepared a gift but also planned to share her departure news with Emma . In previous years , she'd arrive early at birthday parties to spend more time with Victor . This time , she waited until halfway through the event before hailing a cab . As tradition dictated , the celebration was held at the Manor House of the Scott family . Having visited countless times , Lily knew every corner . She slipped in through the back entrance . The hall was dimmed for candle - blowing . Emma stood radiant at the center , surrounded by guests . Robert Scott and Elizabeth Scott smiled proudly to her left . Victor stood to her right with Sophie - a harmonious picture . 11.453 Chapter 7 They looked like a perfect family . From a distance , Lily overheard the staff whispering : 280 Vouchers " After all these years apart , I never thought Mr. Victor would reunite with Ms. Sophie . How devoted ! " " Absolutely ! Miss Emma's friend chased him for years but never won his heart . Mr. Victor must be madly in love with Ms. Sophie . " " Mr. and Mrs. Scott kept pressing him to marry . Now that he's brought her home , an engagement must be imminent ! "